1994 Renault Espace vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1994 Renault Espace and 1994 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Espace | 1994 Holden Barina | |
Make | Renault | Holden |
Model | Espace | Barina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |